Fort McMurray experienced economic collapse in 2014 and then, in 2016 came "The Beast": a massive wildfire that forced the evacuation of the entire city and became Canada's most expensive natural disaster.  The city could use some love from the rest of the province and the country! One way to make a difference and recognize the region's character is in the realm of public art: let's build and erect a statue of Alberta's most famous fictional character, Wolverine!

We are inspired by and are following the city of Detroit, which envisioned, funded and now will install a statue of that city's famous fictional resident: Robocop. They raised enough money to create a bronze statue that will be installed in the spring of 2018. We are inspired by how that  community obtained the necessary permissions. We have already started conversations with the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo (City of Fort McMurray) and we will approach Marvel once fundraising is complete.  

The majority of funds raised will go towards creating a bronze statue of Wolverine, which includes materials, design, labour, transportation and installation.  Based on the costs of the Robocop statue, we are looking to raise approximately $85,000.

Alberta has a number of interesting landmarks including a giant Easter egg, beaver, baseball bat, pyrogy, a UFO landing pad and a replica Starship Enterprise. This project is another way to artistically and aesthetically contribute to the community and the province solely through private dollars.

If you contribute, our perks will include having your name publicly recognized on social media as well as on an accompanying website that will thank all of our contributors. Other perk details to follow.

And finally, if for some reason, we are unable to proceed with the construction, all funds raised will  be refunded or go towards the preservation of wolverines (the species!) in Northern Alberta.